{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/6a033a6f92e9663a6ffaa85b/6a0cd1e8760dd4444473e974?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"How to use evidence to build a better plate: Myth busting with Dominique Ludwig","description":"<p>In this episode of The Mindful Table, we dive deep into the science and evidence behind creating a truly balanced plate. With an overwhelming amount of nutritional information and misinformation flooding our social media feeds, it's easier than ever to feel confused about what we should be eating.</p><p><br></p><p>To strip away the confusion and return to simple habits for real life, we are joined by <a href=\"https://www.instagram.com/dominiqueludwig_nutrition/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Dominique Ludwig</a>, an expert nutritionist and nutritional therapist with over three decades of experience. Dominique is the creator of the <em>Renew Reset Recharge</em> and <em>Triple 30</em> nutrition programs, and the author of the best-selling book, <em>No Nonsense Nutrition</em>.</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode, we discuss:</p><ul><li>The Nutritional \"Train\" Analogy: Understanding how macronutrients and micronutrients work together to unlock essential chemical reactions in the body.</li><li>The Truth About Food Noise: Exploring why we experience constant thoughts about food and how unbalanced meals trigger our appetite.</li><li>The Mechanics of Satiety: How stretch receptors in the stomach and chemical signals in the small intestine tell our brain we are full.</li><li>Beyond Calories In vs. Calories Out: Why the food matrix matters more than calorie counting for long-term health and weight management.</li><li>How to Assemble a Balanced Plate: A breakdown of Dominique's 1-2-3-4-5 Principle to effortlessly balance protein, fiber-rich plants, healthy carbohydrates, and fats without relying on tracking apps.</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Whether you are looking to quiet the food noise, maintain muscle mass in midlife, or simply enjoy food with confidence and pleasure, this episode provides practical, evidence-based steps to reclaim your relationship with food.</p><p><br></p><p><em>Dominique's book, </em><a href=\"https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/1035076314/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&amp;dib_tag=se&amp;dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.2xuX1VnXfJTMDU6PXu4ARQjHz9u4KKft0ULLo4sxOFXnl9q-6YOiVRfwOwpdnoi3vLIm4kBngkBzamgz-vDI_qesGq5gL015CjXbmObshqBDxF5LpBM-eJB4dDztm_rvaRsoyMsdWoW93nDq8PMjA81OEp2T9nSUyovZmxGZlDkY2sf7gjHBAUNIFeYKB5lv1IGFXXrcDfJLSdlF2j-MZ9X7XkTVLXy3Z_jgnM3RB8wfmMXBGF-FUiOUYOdQSKiOPCsb64zDYMCbCtVHAWjI932QEq5slzklqhg6UZZzgOo.16ztDDwh6eeh8WyR1zvH35DyqBzVSqGLtlyUAzzetzk&amp;qid=1759242068&amp;sr=8-1\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><em>No Nonsense Nutrition</em></a><em>, is available now.</em></p><p><br></p><p>You can also watch the full episode on <a href=\"https://www.youtube.com/@MindfulChefUK\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">YouTube.</a></p><p><br></p><p>Learn more about Mindful Chef at <a href=\"http://mindfulchef.com\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">mindfulchef.com</a></p>","author_name":"Mindful Chef"}